MSG Free Buttered Peas
Bright, tender peas tossed in melted butter with softened shallot and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice — this is the kind of simple side dish that quietly steals the show. Every ingredient here is clean and straightforward, which matters when you're trying to avoid the flavor enhancers that sneak into so many packaged and restaurant versions of this classic. Frozen peas go straight into boiling water, then get coated in buttery, savory goodness in just a few minutes on the stovetop. The shallot adds a gentle sweetness and depth without relying on any processed shortcuts, and the lemon juice brightens everything up beautifully. A handful of torn fresh mint at the end is optional but genuinely lovely if you have it on hand. This is the kind of recipe that proves you don't need anything artificial to make vegetables taste absolutely worth eating.
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4 servings
- 3 cups frozen peas
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 small shallot, finely minced
- ¼ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, roughly torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the frozen peas and cook for 2 minutes, until bright green and just tender.
- 2
Drain the peas through a colander and return the empty saucepan to the stove over medium-low heat.
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